What is the cheapest way to get from Cluj-Napoca Airport (CLJ) to Bucharest?

The cheapest way to get from Cluj-Napoca Airport (CLJ) to Bucharest is to bus which costs $19 - $35 and takes 8h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cluj-Napoca Airport (CLJ) to Bucharest?

The fastest way to get from Cluj-Napoca Airport (CLJ) to Bucharest is to fly which takes 1h 11m and costs $120 - $220.

Is there a direct bus between Cluj-Napoca Airport (CLJ) and Bucharest?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cluj-Napoca and arriving at București, Autogara Militari. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 15m.

How far is it from Cluj-Napoca Airport (CLJ) to Bucharest?

The distance between Cluj-Napoca Airport (CLJ) and Bucharest is 329 km. The road distance is 447.1 km.

How do I travel from Cluj-Napoca Airport (CLJ) to Bucharest without a car?

The best way to get from Cluj-Napoca Airport (CLJ) to Bucharest without a car is to bus and train via Predeal which takes 7h 28m and costs $35 - $60.

How long does it take to get from Cluj-Napoca Airport (CLJ) to Bucharest?

It takes approximately 1h 11m to get from Cluj-Napoca Airport (CLJ) to Bucharest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cluj-Napoca Airport (CLJ) to Bucharest bus from?

Cluj-Napoca Airport (CLJ) to Bucharest bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cluj-Napoca station.

Bus or fly from Cluj-Napoca Airport (CLJ) to Bucharest?

The best way to get from Cluj-Napoca Airport (CLJ) to Bucharest is to fly which takes 1h 11m and costs $120 - $220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $19 - $35 and takes 8h 15m.

Where does the Cluj-Napoca Airport (CLJ) to Bucharest bus arrive?

Cluj-Napoca Airport (CLJ) to Bucharest bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at București, Autogara Militari station.

Can I drive from Cluj-Napoca Airport (CLJ) to Bucharest?

Yes, the driving distance between Cluj-Napoca Airport (CLJ) to Bucharest is 447 km. It takes approximately 5h 31m to drive from Cluj-Napoca Airport (CLJ) to Bucharest.

How do I get a bus ticket from Cluj-Napoca Airport (CLJ) to Bucharest?

Book your Cluj-Napoca Airport (CLJ) to Bucharest bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

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Cluj-Napoca Airport (CLJ) to Bucharest - 5 ways to travel via train, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Cluj-Napoca Airport (CLJ) to Bucharest by plane, bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Cluj-Napoca (CLJ) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)CLJ - OTP
1h 11m
$128–215
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cluj-Napoca to București, Autogara MilitariN3905 / ...
8h 15m
$19–35
Bus, train via Predeal
1. Take the bus from Cluj-Napoca to Predeal3905
2. Take the train from Predeal to BucharestIR: Braşov - Bucureşti Nord Gr.A / ...
7h 28m
$35–57
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cluj-Napoca to Alba IuliaN3905
2. Take the train from Alba Iulia to Bucuresti Nord347
10h 5m
$91–129
Drive 447.1 km
1. Drive from Cluj-Napoca Airport (CLJ) to Bucharest447.1 km
5h 31m
$72–103

Cluj-Napoca Airport (CLJ) to Bucharest by bus and train

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7h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 329.3 km
Duration: 1h 11m

What companies run services between Cluj-Napoca Airport (CLJ), Romania and Bucharest, Romania?

Anima Wings, Tarom, and HiSky fly from Cluj-Napoca (CLJ) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) every 4 hours. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Cluj-Napoca to București, Autogara Militari 4 times a day. Tickets cost $19–35 and the journey takes 8h 15m.

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